January 31, 1989 - Bobby Brown Released Every Little Step

[Pete]

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On this day, January 31, 1989, Bobby Brown released the hit single Every Little Step from his groundbreaking album Don’t Be Cruel. The song became one of his biggest successes, reaching #3 on the US Billboard Hot 100 charts and solidifying his status as a pioneer of the new jack swing movement.

With its infectious beat and smooth vocals, Every Little Step became a staple of late 80s R&B and pop music. The song also earned Brown his first Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance in 1990.

Fun Fact: The song’s memorable music video featured Bobby Brown’s high-energy choreography, which became an iconic representation of 80s pop culture.

Trivia Question: What legendary producer is credited with crafting Bobby Brown’s Don’t Be Cruel album, including Every Little Step?

 

[Linda Ann]

Good song!